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Grubhub’s Newly-designed App Gives Diners an Updated Experience for Ordering In

Grubhub has grown and evolved over the years to what our diners know us for today: more than 300,000 restaurants for diners to order from in over 4,000 cities; our Grubhub+ membership program with exclusive rewards for our most loyal diners; a product experience specific to those dining on campus; the ability to order large orders and pickup in a few simple taps; the Perks program featuring hundreds of dollars in deals; and so much more. We recently launched the newest version of the Grubhub and Seamless apps (available on both the App Store and Google Play Store) to make it easy – and inspiring – for our diners to find what they want to eat next.

“Our business has changed, our diner’s needs have changed, and importantly, we’ve updated our app experience to reflect that,” said Sam Hall, chief product officer at Grubhub. “Beyond building added support for the hundreds of thousands of restaurants now on our platform, the new app also better aligns with changes we’re seeing in diner behavior and integrates our core focus on building diner loyalty. Whether it’s our Grubhub+ membership program or the recently-added Perks tab where diners can find hundreds of dollars in exclusive deals, we wanted to ensure these features were easily accessible in our new app.”

Ultimately, we wanted to make ordering pickup and delivery easier and more convenient on Grubhub, leading to new diners, increased loyalty and more orders for our restaurant partners around the country.

Deciding what to order can feel like an eternity, especially when diners are hungry, so we made some changes to make it even easier.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL FIND IN THE NEWLY-DESIGNED APP:

A New Home
Diners value simplicity and an easy way to order, and we created a one-stop-shop for key decisions when ordering in. This includes a quick toggle between pickup and delivery, search for restaurants in our Grubhub+ membership program, order ahead with the preorder function for those busy days, and more.

Making Pickup a Breeze
Let’s be honest–we know that getting food from point A to point B as quickly as possible is of utmost importance when ordering pickup. Now, when toggling to pickup, diners will be dropped into a map showing nearby restaurants with the ability to filter by participating Grubhub+ restaurants and those offering curbside pickup. And if a list view is preferred, diners can simply choose “show list” to scroll through nearby restaurants.

Making it Easier to Save
Between the Perks tab, a single place for diners to find local deals nearby, and Grubhub+, our monthly membership program providing diners with benefits such as unlimited free delivery, we’ve made it hard for diners to resist finding a good deal. Now we’ve integrated those features even further into the mobile experience, highlighting Perks and eligible Grubhub+ restaurants right on the restaurant cards as diners scroll through nearby spots.

Easy Order Review
With a new Order tab accessible at the bottom of the Grubhub app, diners can easily scan through their past, current, and scheduled orders – all in one place. For those creatures of habit, the tap of the “reorder” button allows diners to add ongoing favorites into their cart for a seamless checkout in the least amount of time.

Real-Time Order Status
Diners can now keep an eye on the status of their order from the moment an order is placed. Whether an order is in the middle of being prepared or on its way, all real-time updates can be found on the Home tab.

Updated Search Functionality
We made it effortless to search and browse at the same time. Diners can now filter by top cuisines in the area, discover new foods, or browse by restaurants that may catch the eye. Finding something new has never been easier!

“In working through the redesign, it was critical for us to work hand-in-hand with our product and engineering partners to deliver a holistic experience for our diners,” added Jacob Styburski, vice president of design and user experience at Grubhub. “We also made sure to listen to our diners throughout the design process, incorporating their feedback on everything from the look and feel to the functionality of the new app. It was important to build something we knew they’d love, and this is just the beginning!”

This is just the beginning for what we’re building as part of the Grubhub and Seamless app experiences. We continuously listen to and learn from our diners and add features that make it even easier and more enjoyable to order from their favorite restaurants. Our diners can expect more to come in the future!

Working Toward a More Diverse and Inclusive Workplace with Path Forward

Since our founding in 2004, we’ve encouraged authenticity, celebrated our differences and believed that diversity strengthens our success. More than 30 million people and hundreds of thousands of restaurant owners, from all different backgrounds, rely on Grubhub. We know that we must bring people with different backgrounds, experiences, perspectives and skills around the table to better understand and support the communities we serve.

Over the last year, we’ve looked critically at our company makeup, initiatives, processes and partnerships to identify areas for improvement. We view Diversity, Equity and Inclusion as an ongoing effort with no “end date,” but we’re proud of the progress we’ve made thus far, including removing language with bias from our job postings, diversifying hiring and interview panels, creating our Voices Council and GrubConnect groups, and — most recently — partnering with Path Forward to offer a returnship program to individuals who are looking to return to the workforce in technical roles after taking time spent as a caregiver.

“We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace, and Path Forward provides Grubhub with a valuable avenue to source from a wider and more diverse population of talented professionals who have historically faced barriers to returning to the workforce,” said Kelley Berlin, Grubhub’s chief people officer. “It can be challenging for caregivers to find equitable employment opportunities after taking time caring for their family, and returnships are one way to provide an encouraging developmental path.”

Grubhub’s Reconnect Returnship Program is a 16-week paid returnship for experienced professionals returning to the workforce after spending time caring for their families. The program is open to individuals who have at least five years of professional experience and have been out of the paid workforce for at least two years to focus on caring for a child or other dependent.

“Employers need employees who reflect the diversity of our country and the diversity of their customers,” said Tami Forman, Path Forward’s executive director. “Food delivery is often a lifesaver for those who are caring for their families, and this program provides a pathway for caregivers who very well may have relied on Grubhub’s services in the past to now restart their careers at the company. We are thrilled to partner with Grubhub to launch this program so they can attract people who bring diversity of gender, age, and lived experience to the table.”

Know someone who’s a good fit for the program? Encourage them to apply!

Grubhub To Announce Fourth Quarter And Full Year 2020 Financial Results On Feb. 3, 2021

CHICAGO, Jan. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Grubhub Inc. (NYSE: GRUB), a leading online and mobile food-ordering and delivery marketplace, today announced it will release its fourth quarter and full year 2020 financial results on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021, after the market close. Due to the pending acquisition by Just Eat Takeaway.com, Grubhub does not plan to host a conference call to discuss its fourth quarter results.

About Grubhub
Grubhub (NYSE: GRUB) is a leading online and mobile food-ordering and delivery marketplace with the largest and most comprehensive network of restaurant partners, as well as nearly 30 million active diners. Dedicated to connecting diners with the food they love from their favorite local restaurants, Grubhub elevates food ordering through innovative restaurant technology, easy-to-use platforms and an improved delivery experience. Grubhub features over 300,000 restaurants and is proud to partner with approximately 245,000 of these restaurants in over 4,000 U.S. cities. The Grubhub portfolio of brands includes Grubhub, Seamless, LevelUp, AllMenus and MenuPages.

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Grubhub Taps Global Food and Sustainability Executive Devry Boughner Vorwerk as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer

CHICAGO, Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Grubhub Inc. (NYSE: GRUB), a leading online and mobile food-ordering and delivery marketplace, today announced that Devry Boughner Vorwerk will be joining the company as chief corporate affairs officer, effective Jan. 19. Vorwerk will oversee brand, communications, government relations, public policy and sustainability for the company.

In the newly created role, she is responsible for developing a cohesive brand voice and fostering relationships across the industry to help drive growth and promote Grubhub’s continued commitment to supporting restaurants, drivers and diners. Vorwerk will lead the company’s communications and brand activities to further differentiate Grubhub and demonstrate its impact in communities across the country. She will also advance the business’ focus on sustainability and food security to strengthen Grubhub’s network and build on the company’s successful Donate the Change and Grubhub Community Relief Fund efforts.

Most recently, Vorwerk served as chief executive officer of DevryBV Sustainable Strategies and previously as chief communications officer and head of global corporate affairs for Cargill, where she was the youngest female corporate officer appointed in the company’s 150-year history. While at Cargill, Vorwerk worked with the company’s diverse businesses worldwide to secure their access to markets, support local business development, and ensure license to operate by addressing social and environmental issues.

“We are so pleased to have Devry join Grubhub, especially during this consequential time for our industry and the restaurants that are the backbone of our local communities,” said Matt Maloney, founder and CEO of Grubhub. “Devry’s deep expertise in the food space and long-standing emphasis on sustainability will no doubt strengthen Grubhub’s approach to serving our restaurant partners. Hiring her is a win for Grubhub, and we could not be more excited to welcome her aboard.”

“I am thrilled to become part of the Grubhub team that is using its robust marketplace to help restaurants build their businesses while creating opportunities for drivers and solving for diners’ personalized needs all at the same time,” said Vorwerk. “The company is uniquely positioned in the industry since it places the success of local restaurants at the heart of its business model. Restaurants are part of the fabric that weaves our communities together, and now more than ever, they need support.”

About Grubhub
Grubhub is a leading online and mobile food-ordering and delivery marketplace with the largest and most comprehensive network of restaurant partners, as well as nearly 30 million active diners. Dedicated to connecting diners with the food they love from their favorite local restaurants, Grubhub elevates food ordering through innovative restaurant technology, easy-to-use platforms and an improved delivery experience. Grubhub features over 300,000 restaurants and is proud to partner with approximately 245,000 of these restaurants in over 4,000 U.S. cities. The Grubhub portfolio of brands includes Grubhub, Seamless, LevelUp, AllMenus and MenuPages.

 

Grubhub Levels up in Esports as the Official Food Delivery Partner of the League Championship Series

Grubhub is setting out to up the ante in esports this year by kicking off a three-year partnership with the League Championship Series (LCS), Riot Games’ NA LoL Professional League, the #1 professional esports league in North America. According to recent market research, the esports market is on track to surpass $1.5B by 2023, with viewership expected to grow to 646 million in 2023, which is double the previous six-year period. The fast-growing and fiercely engaged gaming fanbase provides a largely untapped opportunity for us to become a significant part of the esports community because watching sports and entertaining content pairs perfectly with food, especially when it’s delivered.

“As esports and gaming continue to rise in popularity, our vision is for Grubhub to become synonymous with this sport, make Grubhub and Gaming a new favorite cultural pastime,” said Jessica Burns, Vice President, Brand Marketing and Creative at Grubhub. “Our partnership with the LCS gets us one step closer to that goal.”

By being at the center of the premiere League of Legends (LoL) battleground in North America, Grubhub will be able to provide moments of joy for fans and diners through fun, co-branded activations and offerings alongside LCS teams, tournaments and creators. Our activations will range from custom in-game broadcast and social content to limited-edition merch drops and Grubhub – and even a few surprise Hextech chest deliveries. LCS fans will first start seeing Grubhub branding during LCS’s first-ever Lock In Tournament on January 15, along with activations across different channels. Following that is the highly anticipated LCS Spring Split, which begins on February 5. Throughout each weekend’s matches, we’ll also be offering exclusive deals from partners, and opportunities for diners to redeem free Hextech chests in the game.

Throughout the season, fans can tune into Delivering the Win, an in-game LCS broadcast segment highlighting game-changing moments from the week’s matchups, to get exclusive delivery discount codes from the shoutcasters. As we draw closer to the postseason, Grubhub will be integrated into multiple Road to the Finals episodes, a LCS broadcast series that zooms in on the most compelling performances and storylines of the season leading up to the postseason. Throughout the season, we will also deliver Perks to fans from some of their favorite restaurants, along with in-game exclusive Hextech chests, skins and more. For the season’s grand finale, we’ll help crown the two LCS title champions of 2021, by serving as presenting partner of the LCS Mid-Season Showdown and the LCS Championship.

In addition to this epic partnership with LCS, Grubhub is excited to partner with popular LCS teams and players to bring a variety of branded content, custom jerseys, and exclusive promotions throughout the 2021 season. As a sneak peek, we’re teaming up with Yiliang “Doublelift” Peng, an eight-time LCS Champion, to create custom content for his popular Twitch and social media channels to further engage with LCS fans and diners.

Grubhub’s first foray into esports was in 2018 with TSM, which started out as a small piloted partnership and later grew to a year-long deal. From there, we piloted partnerships with some of the most popular teams and creators, like 100 Thieves. For the next two years, we continued our TSM sponsorship and launched additional sponsorships of well-known tournaments. In 2020, we signed on as the official food delivery sponsor of one of the top professional esports leagues, and hosted virtual events with popular celebrity guests, along with other in-game activations, in everyone’s favorite animal-themed island game.

To date, our partnership with the LCS is the most comprehensive and ambitious esports partnership for Grubhub. We are very excited to continue looking for ways to enhance our efforts in gaming and esports, and we look forward to seeing you all tune in this year!

Grubhub gives restaurants expanded commission-free ordering solutions

As restaurants face uncertain and challenging times this winter, Grubhub is introducing a new package of marketing commission-free solutions to make it easier for restaurants to do online ordering through their own digital channels or on-premise properties. These solutions build upon the hundreds of millions of dollars we’ve devoted since March to restaurant support and demand generation, and give restaurants more ways to leverage our Grubhub technology to fulfill orders.

This new package – the Direct Order Toolkit – gives restaurants free access to three solutions to help them drive online orders without any marketing fees:

  • Direct Order Link: An ordering link for restaurants to use in their email marketing or to post on their social media accounts
  • Direct Order Button: A customizable “Order Now” button for restaurants to put on their own websites
  • Direct Order QR Code: A unique QR code for restaurants to include in printed materials like mailers or signs<

 

Above: Direct Order Toolkit available within the Grubhub for Restaurants Dashboard

Grubhub does not charge any marketing fees to restaurants on these orders – just an order processing fee, which the restaurant would face regardless for credit card processing, and a delivery fee if the restaurant wants to use our drivers for delivery. Leveraging our drivers – for these direct order solutions or on our marketplace – is always optional, and tens of thousands of our restaurant partners choose to do their own deliveries with no delivery charge by Grubhub.

“It’s never been more important than right now for Grubhub to find and develop ways for our independent restaurant partners to serve their customers and drive online orders,” said Seth Priebatsch, Grubhub’s chief revenue officer. “The Direct Order Toolkit delivers on that commitment and makes it easy for restaurant owners to offer takeout and delivery on their own channels by adding these commission-free online ordering capabilities.”

Above left: Customizations for the Direct Order Button. Above right: Download options for the Direct Order QR Code

The Direct Order Toolkit is available to restaurants directly on their Grubhub for Restaurants Dashboard. These solutions improve upon Grubhub’s previous online ordering link solutions, offered since 2013 and used for millions of marketing commission-free orders to restaurants.

This is just one step of many to enable restaurants to build loyalty and drive orders in the best way for their unique business. With deep experience through our in-house agency LevelUp, we power websites, apps, loyalty programs and ordering platforms for restaurants. And in the coming months and beyond, we’re committed to providing even more solutions to give restaurants options to drive more orders and serve their communities.

New Benefits and Protections for Grubhub Drivers in California

The Protect App-Based Drivers and Services Act (a.k.a. Proposition 22) has taken effect in California and some changes are in store for the state’s Grubhub drivers. Starting today, drivers in California will have a number of new benefits and protections, including:

  • Guaranteed minimum earnings of at least 120 percent of California’s minimum wage for active delivery time before tip (or calculated using the local minimum wage if it’s higher). In addition, drivers will receive 30 cents per active mile driven.

  • Healthcare subsidy from Grubhub after a minimum of 15 hours of active driving per week, and a higher subsidy if a driver has 25 or more hours of active driving. The subsidy amount is based on an average monthly premium cost for a healthcare plan through the Covered California marketplace.

  • Mandatory rest periods of six hours after 12 hours of active driving (within a 24 hour period).

In addition to the guaranteed minimum earnings, Grubhub drivers will continue to receive 100 percent of tips they earn. We will also soon be rolling out the ability for diners to add a tip for the driver after an order is delivered.

Drivers in California will soon receive mandatory safety training as well, which will include information about food safety plus defensive driving and collision avoidance techniques. They will also receive information about sexual harassment prevention, and learn how to recognize and report sexual assault and misconduct.

Additional provisions of Prop 22 will continue to take effect in 2021 and further expand protections for delivery drivers and the public. The upcoming protections include occupational accident insurance and additional protections to cover medical expenses and lost income. More information will be released in the coming months.

Grubhub Releases Annual “Year in Food” Report Detailing the Top Trends of 2020

During a year of change, diners turn to comfort foods, caffeine, and an array of other beverages while staying in

As the nation looks forward to 2021, Grubhub is taking time to look back at how Americans ate their way through a turbulent year. Grubhub, a leading online and mobile food-ordering and delivery marketplace, today released findings from its annual “Year in Food” report, analyzing orders from over 30 million diners to see what rose in popularity throughout an unpredictable year, while also highlighting the generosity of Grubhub diners and how they gave back to communities and restaurants in need. In addition, diners will receive their personalized “Taste of 2020” recap to get a glimpse of their favorite cuisines, menu items, and order habits throughout the year.

TOP ORDERS OF 2020

While past years have seen a growth in vegan and vegetarian options, 2020 was a year where comfort foods and caffeine took a majority of the top spots. The famous spicy chicken sandwich trend continued throughout the year with a more than 300% increase in popularity!

  1. Spicy chicken sandwich: 318% more popular
  2. Chicken burrito bowl: 299% more popular
  3. Chicken wings: 287% more popular
  4. Waffle fries: 221% more popular
  5. Cold brew coffee: 206% more popular
  6. Steak quesadilla: 164% more popular
  7. Iced latte: 157% more popular
  8. Fish and chips: 146% more popular
  9. Strawberry shake: 131% more popular
  10. Roast beef sandwich: 126% more popular

Fun fact: Someone in 2020 really dove in head first with the chicken sandwich trend with a single order of 135 chicken sandwiches!

Breakfast: A healthy start to the day, acai bowls continued to rise in popularity (the peanut butter version made its claim to fame in 2018).

  1. Acai bowl: 353% more popular
  2. Frozen mocha: 336% more popular
  3. Chorizo burrito: 304% more popular
  4. Potato pancake: 264% more popular
  5. Strawberry banana smoothie: 216% more popular

Late Night: While more of our comfort favorites made the list, there was a nice showing from some sugary classics.

  1. Strawberry cheesecake: 303% more popular
  2. Jalapeno popper: 277% more popular
  3. Pizza puff: 232% more popular
  4. Buffalo chicken pizza: 226% more popular
  5. Cinnamon rolls: 210% more popular

Side Dishes: A mix of go-to options and a twist on some “trendier” dishes.

  1. French fries: 629% more popular
  2. Onion rings: 566% more popular
  3. Gluten-free tater tots: 544% more popular
  4. Thai chili brussel sprouts: 389% more popular
  5. Elote: 375% more popular

Dessert: A true variety of comfort, nostalgia, and some regional classics.

  1. Apple pie: 330% more popular
  2. Hot fudge sundae: 273% more popular
  3. Caramel creme brulee : 137% more popular
  4. Italian ice: 129% more popular
  5. Chocolate chip cannoli: 109% more popular

BEVERAGES ON THE RISE

There’s no doubt our daily routines were thrown for a loop, which led the country to order in more than usual. And this wasn’t just food–coffee orders and alcoholic beverages made a mark in the trends we saw throughout the year.

Caffeine Buzz: Morning regimens changed for plenty of Americans in 2020 and the popularity of ready-to-drink coffee orders rose by 30%.

  1. Pumpkin spiced latte: 487%
  2. Vanilla latte: 249%
  3. Flat white: 131%
  4. Cold brew: 123%
  5. Nitro coffee: 32%

Happy Hour @ Home: With a lift on restrictions in various cities across the country, diners in more places were able to complete their meals with a range of alcoholic beverages available for delivery. And boy did they–cocktails, beer and wine rose nearly 300%.

  1. Mangonada: 278% more popular
  2. Pina colada: 223% more popular
  3. Hard seltzer: 196% more popular
  4. Mexican beer: 161% more popular
  5. Rosé: 150% more popular

A LOOK AT 2020 OVER TIME

Sourdough starters. Whipped coffee. Pancake cereal. While at home, many took to their own devices to try some of the year’s food trends–whether they succeeded or not. But for those who left it up to the restaurants, Grubhub took a look at the top trends month-by-month to see how America shifted as the months progressed.

  • MARCH: As stay-at-home orders took place across the country, Americans started out on a healthier foot when kick-starting their day as yogurt parfait rose 356% in popularity.
  • APRIL: Keeping up the daily routine, diners leaned on catching a caffeine buzz with vanilla chai tea lattes increasing 212% in popularity.
  • MAY: Most jumped on the bread baking trend, sharing their proud moments far and wide. However, it’s clear some may have taken the “fake it ’till you make it” route as Grubhub saw orders of sourdough bread loaves increase 192% in popularity.
  • JUNE: Blueberries are in season, so why not put them to work. June saw blueberry cream cheese pizza rise 290% in popularity.
  • JULY: As summer brought outdoor activities, Americans turned to watermelon mojitos to quench their thirst, rising 382% in popularity.
  • AUGUST: It seems everyone was craving a little festivity a bit early in 2020, as August saw a 265% increase in popularity of pumpkin iced coffee.
  • SEPTEMBER: Soup season came in full force as the weather started to cool, with veggie squash soup rising 168% in popularity.
  • OCTOBER: Football season and Halloween gave folks opportunities to celebrate with American-style pale lagers rising 362% in popularity.
  • NOVEMBER: Americans substituted meat with plant-based ingredients to enjoy their hearty meals as Impossible cheeseburgers increased by 222%.

“BEST OF GRUBHUB”

While 2020 was a year for the books, Grubhub took a look at some delivery staples and the restaurants across the country that took home the title – “Best of Grubhub” – for each dish.

  • Pizza: Da Nonna Rosa: a New York City staple known for traditional and authentic Italian cuisine using the finest ingredients. Don’t miss out on one of their most popular items: the Nonna Traditional NY style pizza.
  • Bagels: Utopia Bagels is known for its hand-rolled, kettle-boiled bagels, which has made this local eatery a name for itself in Queens, New York.
  • Wings: DCity Smokehouse in Washington D.C. is a black-owned business offering wonderful pit smoked wings and other smoked meat classics. And don’t miss out on the sides as the fried brussel sprouts and spiced fries are a couple delivery favorites.
  • Tacos: Benny’s Tacos and Rotisserie Chicken has been serving Los Angeles with the best tacos the city has to offer (and we know their fish tacos are quite a hit!)..
  • Burgers: The Burger Joint is a favorite in Houston for their iconic thick, plump burgers bursting out of a toasted bun. Add on one of their famous shakes or a side of queso fries and you have a meal for the books.
  • Dumplings: Dim Sum House in Philadelphia brings flavors from the Jiang Nan region of China for locals to enjoy.

2020 SUPERLATIVES

Largest Order: 300 bean burritos (someone missed the memo that bean burritos were so 2018)
Top Pizza: Hawaiian pizza, which rose 689% in popularity
Most Popular Burger: Garlic mushroom burger rose 637% in popularity
Favorite French Fry: Loaded curly fries, which rose 315% more popular
Most Popular Plant-Based Meats: Eggplant burger
Most popular holiday for delivery: Halloween
The Health Nut: New York (most healthy orders)
The Night Owl: Rhode Island (most late-night orders)
Most Energized: New York (most caffeinated beverage orders)
Sweetest State: New Hampshire (most dessert orders)

PLANT-BASED OPTIONS STALL

Vegan and vegetarian trends slowed down in 2020 as popularity for vegan-friendly products only grew by 13% (compared to 27% in 2019). And while Americans turned to comfort foods, they weren’t all traditional options as the popularity of meat alternatives soared by 463% in 2020.

Most Vegan-Friendly States (in ranking order):

  • New York
  • California
  • Oregon
  • Massachusetts
  • Illinois

Most Popular Vegan Orders

  1. Tofu spring rolls: 263% more popular this year than last
  2. Plant based burger: 251% more popular
  3. Black bean taco: 242% more popular
  4. Vegan chocolate cake: 211% more popular
  5. Vegan ramen: 183% more popular

Most Popular Vegetarian Orders

  1. Apple pancakes: 297% more popular this year than last
  2. Acai smoothie: 288% more popular this year than last
  3. Arugula and parmesan salad: 270% more popular this year than last
  4. Grilled artichoke: 252% more popular this year than last
  5. Macaroni and cheese: 222% more popular this year than last

MAKING CHANGE IN 2020

When COVID-19 started to impact people across the country earlier in the year, we knew we had to act. That’s why we established the Grubhub Community Relief Fund, a donor-advised fund, to support local and national charitable organizations that provide relief for those who have been impacted by the pandemic.

Since March, Grubhub and its diners have donated more than $15 million dollars to support the Grubhub Community Relief Fund, having directly impacted a range of organizations. A few highlights throughout the year include:

  • Helped the Boys & Girls Clubs of America open 45 Clubs across the country, providing a safe environment for parents to bring their children to while they are working on the frontlines.
  • Provided nearly 1 million meals (and counting!) to organizations dedicated to feeding those in need, such as NYC Food Bank, Rescuing Leftover Cuisine, and MEANS.
  • Supported the Restaurant Strong Fund with a $2 Million grant to help restaurants through the Restaurant Winterization Grant program, providing selected restaurants with $10,000 grants to help them get through the winter.

For more on the 2020 Year in Food report, go to https://blog.grubhub.com/taste-of.

Grubhub’s “Year in Food” report is based on trends gathered from tens of millions of orders on the Grubhub platform. Order trends detail the rise in popularity of food items placed by Grubhub diners from January-November 2020, as compared to the same timeframe in 2019.

About Grubhub
Grubhub is a leading online and mobile food-ordering and delivery marketplace with the largest and most comprehensive network of restaurant partners, as well as nearly 30 million active diners. Dedicated to connecting diners with the food they love from their favorite local restaurants, Grubhub elevates food ordering through innovative restaurant technology, easy-to-use platforms and an improved delivery experience. Grubhub features over 300,000 restaurants and is proud to partner with approximately 245,000 of these restaurants in over 4,000 U.S. cities. The Grubhub portfolio of brands includes Grubhub, Seamless, LevelUp, AllMenus and MenuPages.

Grubhub’s Grant Program Supports Drivers’ Community Philanthropic, Business and Educational Goals

Grubhub is proud to announce its Driver Grant Program to support drivers who are creating meaningful change in their communities. Twenty recipients will receive $10,000 grants that can be used to inspire change in their communities through education, civic engagement, and philanthropic work.

Through the grant program, Grubhub is honoring drivers’ aspirations and supporting the work they do off the road. We hear that our drivers value the autonomy that comes from Grubhub since it allows them to participate in other endeavors, and this program is one way we are able to celebrate and invest in their passions. The program will continue into 2021, with a second grant application period planned to open in the spring.

“Our drivers play a valuable role to serve restaurants and diners across the country, and we’re proud that our grant program is a way to further their personal and professional development and help them drive more change in their communities,” said Eric Ferguson, Grubhub’s chief operations officer. “Knowing that the majority of our drivers deliver for Grubhub part-time to fit into their chosen goals, these grants will give drivers a stepping stone to pursue their broader aspirations, benefitting not only them, but the greater good of their community.”

To be considered for a grant, applicants create a short video or write an essay that outlines how they’ve made a positive impact in their community, how driving with Grubhub fits into their larger mission, and how they’d use the grant to pursue their goals. The application period opens starting December 1 and closes on January 4. Recipients will receive the grant in the first quarter of 2021. Eligible applicants must be active on the Grubhub for Drivers platform for at least 90 days at the time of submission, be in good standing at the time the grant is awarded, and have completed at least one delivery in the last 30 days prior to being selected.

More information on eligibility and how to apply can be found here.

Grubhub And Restaurant Strong Fund Announce New Program To Provide $2 Million In Restaurant Support This Winter

Program offers independent restaurants in Chicago, New York City, Boston and Philadelphia $10,000 Restaurant Winterization Grants

CHICAGO and BOSTON, Nov. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Grubhub, a leading food-ordering and delivery marketplace, and The Greg Hill Foundation’s Restaurant Strong Fund announced the Restaurant Winterization Grant program, a new initiative to provide $10,000 grants to eligible independent restaurants. With indoor dining limited in many cities to combat a resurgence of COVID-19, this financial support will help restaurants prepare for winter, including by helping restaurants address needs for additional infrastructure and equipment to extend outdoor dining, increased personal protective equipment (PPE) to protect their employees, and other necessities to get them through the cold-weather months.

The program will be supported with a $2 million grant recommended from Grubhub Community Relief Fund (GCRF), a donor-advised fund created in March by Grubhub to support charitable organizations helping restaurants, drivers and those in need impacted by COVID-19. Restaurant Strong Fund will also be accepting donations for the Restaurant Winterization Grant program, helping extend the program beyond the initial launch.

“What Grubhub has done already to support thousands of restaurant owners and their employees has been instrumental in helping them make it through work interruptions during the pandemic,” said Greg Hill, Founder of The Greg Hill Foundation.” With this next phase, they will ensure that countless restaurants have a fighting chance to make it through winter. We can’t thank them enough for their initiative and drive to help.”

“This winter will be different than any one before, with the restaurants we know and love needing more support to get through the season,” said Seth Priebatsch, chief revenue officer at Grubhub. “Our partnership with the Restaurant Strong Fund – already instrumental in providing grants for restaurant employee relief earlier in the pandemic – is now responding to the needs of restaurants and providing valuable support to help them survive the challenging months ahead.”

Starting November 9 through November 21, the Restaurant Strong Fund will accept grant applications from all restaurants located in Chicago, New York City, Boston or Philadelphia with five or fewer locations. The application period will close on November 21 and grants will be fully distributed to restaurants before the end of November. Interested restaurants can learn more about the Restaurant Winterization Grant program and the full application process at https://www.restaurantstrong.org/winterize/.

Throughout the pandemic, Grubhub has raised more than $13 million through Grubhub’s Donate the Change program, where diners are able to round up their total at checkout and donate the difference to fund the Grubhub Community Relief Fund. Grubhub matches eligible donations of Grubhub+ members that are opted in to Donate the Change. A snapshot of organizations supported include:

  • Boys & Girls Club of America: Grubhub’s on-going support has helped Clubs reopen their doors across the country, providing a safe environment for parents to bring their children while they are working on the frontlines, whether as healthcare workers, restaurant workers, and delivery personnel. Reopening Club doors supports an array of needs within the community, including helping kids with academics, virtual learning opportunities and providing access to meals for families in need.
  • MEANS Database: Through MEANS Database, Grubhub’s support is used to purchase leftover food from independent restaurants in cities across the country to provide to local nonprofits, including Open Door Missionary Church, World Harvest Food Bank, Common Pantry and Providence Rescue Mission.
  • Rescuing Leftover Cuisine (RLC): With support from the GCRF, RLC purchases meals from Black-owned restaurants that are then donated to food insecure students and their families who need it most. With our restaurant partners also facing hardships due to COVID-19 and reduced in-person dining capacity, this program also provides local restaurants an opportunity to remain active and receive revenue from the meals purchased by RLC.
  • The Greg Hill Foundation’s Restaurant Strong Fund: In addition to the current Restaurant Winterization Grant program, Grubhub also supported the Restaurant Strong Fund’s grant program earlier this year, providing micro-grants to independent restaurants and their employees across the country.

About The Greg Hill Foundation’s Restaurant Strong Fund
The Greg Hill Foundation responds to the immediate needs of families that have been touched by tragedy. Since its inception in 2010, the foundation has provided over $10,000,000 in grants to families and individuals in need. With more than 1 million restaurants in the U.S. employing over 15 million people nationwide the foundation created the Restaurant Strong Fund to be able to assist restaurant owners and employees who have been impacted by Covid-19.

About Grubhub
Grubhub (NYSE: GRUB) is a leading online and mobile food-ordering and delivery marketplace with the largest and most comprehensive network of restaurant partners, as well as nearly 30 million active diners. Dedicated to connecting diners with the food they love from their favorite local restaurants, Grubhub elevates food ordering through innovative restaurant technology, easy-to-use platforms and an improved delivery experience. Grubhub features over 300,000 restaurants and is proud to partner with approximately 245,000 of these restaurants in over 4,000 U.S. cities. The Grubhub portfolio of brands includes Grubhub, Seamless, LevelUp, AllMenus and MenuPages.